Mercedes, despite a lackluster start to the 2024 season, stated that they are on the right track in the development of the W15. The team principal, Toto Wolff, stated that they have identified areas that need improvement and are working on updates during the season for the car. Recognizing the need for caution to avoid setbacks, Wolff expressed confidence in the team’s progress.
Wolff also acknowledged the progress made by McLaren and Ferrari since last season. He noted McLaren’s significant progress race after race and their promising car concept in 2023. Similarly, Mercedes has been making progress step by step, just like Scuderia.
Currently, Mercedes is in fourth place in the standings, behind McLaren in third. Lewis Hamilton and George Russell have struggled to reach the podium this season, with Hamilton even calling it his worst start in Formula 1. However, Wolff assured that the team will bring updates in the upcoming races.
In fact, Mercedes plans to introduce an update package for the next race in Canada to further enhance the concept of the W15 car. Additionally, they have more updates in store for the future. The team’s hopes of winning a race this season largely depend on the success of these updates throughout the season. Wolff especially wants Hamilton to end his winless streak before his supposed move to Ferrari next year. However, it remains to be seen whether Mercedes will be able to turn their luck around in the remaining races of 2024.
